Zeltiq - How Long to See Results on Arms?

I had coolsculpting on my arms Jan 26th. I have read that people can see results within 3 weeks. So far there has been nothing (I have been measuring my arms) and I am nervous that it is not working for me! Does it take longer for the arms to see results?

Doctor Answers (7)

Arms may take longer and not respond as well as love handles with CoolSculpting by Zeltiq

February 27th, 2012

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We don't yet have an arm applicator but if the fat pad is such that one of the current three applicators fits well enough than we have performed Zeltiq's CoolSculpting with good results. Newer applicators are forthcoming. There is quite a bit of gravity that makes the skin of the upper outer arm hang down and it may take months to see the tightening and new collagen deposition that will occur after CoolSculpting.

Cool Sculpting of the arms

August 5th, 2014

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Results can take as long as 12 weeks!

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reshaping can be performed with a cannula that removes fat via liposuction or
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The discomfort from treatment does resolve. Taking
over the counter tylenol or naproxen resolves this in the majority of cases.
If you have swelling that is persistent then a waist binder is helpful.

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CoolSculpting Results

March 31st, 2014

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Some patients can start noticing results as early as 4 weeks. It can vary depending the area and on the individual. Results can take up to 8-12 weeks, so just give it some time. Initially the area can be swollen as well, so the results won't be noticeable early on.

Zeltiq Results

October 26th, 2012

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Thank you for your question. You may start to see changes as quickly as three weeks after your treatment, and will experience the most dramatic results after two months. But your body will still flush out fat cells and continues doing so for up to four to six months after treatment.

CoolSculpting Results

March 3rd, 2011

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Brittney, if it has only been 3 weeks, I would not be worried. Most of our patients don't start to see results until 3 or 4 weeks after the procedure. The first 2-3 weeks after treatment usually have a bit of swelling which is why you likely don't see results that early. I suggest you be patient and wait. You will continue to see improvements for 3-4 months after the treatment.

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